Gorilla Safari Lodge

Rainforest lodge near the largest habituated troop of gorillas in the world.

Mountain trekking isn't for the frail or fainthearted (nor are the series of flights and transfers required just to get here!), but seeing gorillas in the wild is nothing short of magic.

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About Gorilla Safari Lodge

On the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in southwestern Uganda, this lodge is perfectly poised to access one of the best regions for mountain gorilla trekking. Gorilla Safari Lodge is an ideal base for this once-in-a- lifetime experience. Here the Nshongi gorillas reside, 25 strong, and the biggest ever habituated troop in a park with a total population of 340 gorillas. Chimpanzees also live in the forest, making it one of the only places on Earth where both chimps and gorillas co-exist. Warm staff and the intimate lodge atmosphere exhibit the best of this fabulous country. You won't lack for any creature comforts despite being in a primeval forest.

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From $260 person/night

Lodge

11 Rooms

Bwindi, Uganda

What you'll love

Sitting metres from the forest, the largest habituated family of gorillas are your neighbours and a fabulous local guide is there to introduce you.

Insiders tip

Children under 15 are welcome at the lodge but they aren't allowed to join the gorilla trekking.

Something to think about

This is the jungle so don't be surprised if everything isn't always in perfect working order. And you'll only be able to use Wi-Fi in the main lodge.

The property

The spacious main area has a traditional thatched roof, wooden floors and loads of tall windows which overlook the forest. There is a comfortable seating area with wicker furniture and earth-toned cushions, and a bar with rustic wooden furnishings where you can order a G'nT or a local brew. The restaurant serves up some hearty home-cooked fare. There's perhaps not as much outdoor seating as one would like but the main area is well protected from the elements - it is a rain-forest, after all.

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The rooms

The lodge is comprised of eight cottages, two of which are family units with two double rooms. All cottages have spacious bedrooms with a double bed - draped with mosquito net - a small sitting area and a lovely veranda with views across the treetops. They are appointed with ensuite bathrooms with showers and flush toilets and hot water (though this is the jungle and don't be surprised if everything is not in perfect running order).

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Activities

Gorillas and Chimps

Cultural

Gorillas

Bush Walks

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The Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is one of the most biologically diverse areas on the planet, recognised by by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It boasts half the world's population of endangered mountain gorillas, the primary draw of tourism in the region. It is important to be conscious of the tumultuous social and political backdrop of this country, and to recognise that your tourism dollars are promoting the preservation of wilderness areas in this beautiful but once war-torn country, as well as upholding communities that have been personally affected by this trauma. That said, trekking fees are extremely high, with permits costing 500 USD per person, per day. From the lodge other activities can be arranged: guided community visits, forest and bird-focused walks. Trekking isn't easy so be sure you're physically fit and prepared with rain gear, good hiking boots and insect spray. Children under 15 are not permitted to track the gorillas.

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About Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Bwindi

A tangle of lush green vines, this magical forest is the country’s top gorilla trekking destination.

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